2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 739 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | C4 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2090 mm |
